New Channel Born on 'FAST Channel / V FAST Channel'! Introducing 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' - A Collaboration of All 5 Hokkaido Broadcasters
Plundas and BBM will launch 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' on their FAST service starting April 1, 2026. This project features the first-ever collaboration between all five Hokkaido commercial broadcasters to deliver deep local charms nationwide 24/7 for free.
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～The 2nd installment following 'Marugoto Kyushu ch'! Bringing 'Deep Hokkaido' known only to local broadcasters to the entire nation～
Plundas Co., Ltd. (HQ: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Daisuke Miyanaga), a major TV program sales company, will open a new channel called 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' on April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) within the 'FAST Channel / V FAST Channel' operated by BBM Inc. (HQ: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shinya Fukuzaki). 'FAST Channel' is Japan's first Free Ad-supported Streaming TV service.
Leveraging the unique expert eye developed over years of program sales, Plundas previously opened 'Marugoto Kyushu ch,' which gained significant support by broadcasting Kyushu's gourmet, leisure, and human stories. 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' is the second project in this series.
For the first time, all five of Hokkaido's terrestrial commercial broadcasters (Hokkaido Broadcasting, Sapporo Television Broadcasting, Hokkaido Television Broadcasting, Television Hokkaido, and Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting) have realized a collaboration in program provision. They will deliver 'the charms of Hokkaido not yet known nationwide' through the unique perspective of local broadcasters to viewers across the country 24 hours a day, free of charge.
*Introduction to 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch'*
This channel focuses on programs produced by the five local terrestrial stations, delivering 'Hokkaido as it is now' 24 hours a day, carefully selected with a professional eye. From the latest information useful for travel or business trips to hidden gems not found in guidebooks, secret spots known only to locals, and the warm human stories woven in those lands, it condenses the 'now' of Hokkaido. By delivering hidden charms not yet known nationwide with original programming 24 hours a day, we create an experience that makes Hokkaido feel closer.
*Channel Logo and Key Art of 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch'*
(Images describing the Hokkaido brand identity)
*Scheduled Programs from Each Station*
(Details follow regarding specific shows and stations contributing to the lineup)
Plundas Co., Ltd. (HQ: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Daisuke Miyanaga), a major TV program sales company, will open a new channel called 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' on April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) within the 'FAST Channel / V FAST Channel' operated by BBM Inc. (HQ: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Shinya Fukuzaki). 'FAST Channel' is Japan's first Free Ad-supported Streaming TV service.
Leveraging the unique expert eye developed over years of program sales, Plundas previously opened 'Marugoto Kyushu ch,' which gained significant support by broadcasting Kyushu's gourmet, leisure, and human stories. 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch' is the second project in this series.
For the first time, all five of Hokkaido's terrestrial commercial broadcasters (Hokkaido Broadcasting, Sapporo Television Broadcasting, Hokkaido Television Broadcasting, Television Hokkaido, and Hokkaido Cultural Broadcasting) have realized a collaboration in program provision. They will deliver 'the charms of Hokkaido not yet known nationwide' through the unique perspective of local broadcasters to viewers across the country 24 hours a day, free of charge.
*Introduction to 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch'*
This channel focuses on programs produced by the five local terrestrial stations, delivering 'Hokkaido as it is now' 24 hours a day, carefully selected with a professional eye. From the latest information useful for travel or business trips to hidden gems not found in guidebooks, secret spots known only to locals, and the warm human stories woven in those lands, it condenses the 'now' of Hokkaido. By delivering hidden charms not yet known nationwide with original programming 24 hours a day, we create an experience that makes Hokkaido feel closer.
*Channel Logo and Key Art of 'Marugoto Hokkaido ch'*
(Images describing the Hokkaido brand identity)
*Scheduled Programs from Each Station*
(Details follow regarding specific shows and stations contributing to the lineup)